My frequent exacerbations...In Florida it got so cold I got pneumonia , I never recovered and coughed till I couldn't cough anymore. I went...reactions3repliesProgression
Richard ...I’ve had copd since I was young now I have severe copd. Short of breath just walking around the house...reactions1replyProgression
Medication flops...I was diagnosed 20 years ago. It's been one battle after another in the United States. Currently I have had to jump...reactions3repliesInsurance & Disability
A gradual change of thought...I found myself in some stress this morning after letting my Great Dane out, back in, feeding her, making coffee, and returning...reactions2repliesCoping
Medicine for insomniaHow...Has anyone found a solution to their problem of insomnia that doesn't interfere with breathing? I'm finding that everything I'm prescribed can...reactions2repliesSleepBreathing
COPD Moments That Can Be Avoided and How to Prevent Them...A gallant is a person living with COPD who does everything right. While we all aspire to be gallant COPD patients, most...reactions10comments
At home ventilator...Is anyone using an at home non-invasive ventilator. I am stage 3 severe emphysema....reactions1replyBreathingTreatment
Mary needs help sleeping...I have difficulty sleeping with copd keep waking up every two hours feeling breathless. Coughing up a lot of mucus before i...reactions1replyEmphysemaChronic Bronchitis
cannibud oil...Ha anyone used this and found it helpful, Just interested....reactions2repliesTreatment
Stage 4 copd with cf...I think I'm at the end and there is no help for me. I'm on 10 liters of oxygen my life is...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
Worried I have copd...What can I do if COPD shows up on a chest x ray ? I know I had signs of it a...reactions5repliesDiagnosisCopingDepression
What are the first signs of COPD?...Hi I've just had a chest x-ray & I'm worried I might have COPD can anyone advise ?...reactions1replyDiagnosis
How do I keep my spirits up?...Just in the last year, in addition to my Stage 4 COPD, I have developed a micro bacterial lung infection that has...reactions16repliesBreathing
COPD Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction on Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment...As a respiratory therapist, I encounter many COPD myths. These misconceptions can mislead patients and even delay proper treatment. Let's tackle some...reactions31comments
Zephyr valve procedure ...I would appreciate hearing from your experience of having had the procedure. Both good and bad results. I'm hoping to get as...reactions1replyTreatment
Intercostal Neuralgia ...I've been having a problem with intercostal nerve pain and it can be excruciating. Has anyone else had this and what can...reactions3repliesBreathing
Reliant on oxygen concentrator - what next...Hi my dad is 77 next month and has "extensive" COPD (phrase the drs keep using). Unfortunately he is still smoking which...reactions3repliesCaregiving
Endobronchial Valve Treatment...Endobronchial valve (EBV) treatment is an option for people with severe emphysema. Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)...
Breathing ...Why do I have trouble breathing when it is cold outside and I'm indoors?...reactions2repliesBreathing
